With the pandemic(疫情) approaching the end, it seems we should do something about our post—pandemic anxiety.
Pause to listen to what your anxiety is trying to tell you
“Anxiety arises as time passes, so we are fearful of a future event.
Develop some strategies for calming your nerves
You won't always have time to dig deep, so it's important to have a stable of techniques that can calm you down quickly. Some people like to write all their worries down and put them in an envelope as a way to put them aside.
Plan your post—pandemic life with care
“Remember, you don't have to do everything and see everyone all at once when things start returning to normal,” Watson says. “We've taken our time to step back from the world in this crisis, so take your time stepping back into it.” It's your body and your boundaries, so if you want to wear a mask a little longer than other people do, that's okay. Feel free to go back to normal life slowly if it makes you feel better.
| A．Go slowly |
| B．Stay in your own boundaries |
| C．Many forms of planning are still difficult at this point |
| D．Below，experts advise on various strategies to get through |
| E．And now many people are feeling worried when the pandemic is over |
| F．Here are some approaches experts mentioned to deal with the life in the pandemic |
| G．Others wear a piece of jewelry or a smart watch as a focus for a quick calm down |
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【推荐1】Think about the last time you felt a negative emotion—like stress, anger, or frustration. What was going through your mind as you were going through that negativity? Was your mind cluttered with different kinds of thoughts? Or was it paralyzed, unable to think?
The next time you find yourself in the middle of a very stressful time, or you feel angry or frustrated, stop. Yes, that's right, stop. Whatever you're doing, stop and sit for one minute. While you're sitting there, completely immerse yourself in the negative emotion. Allow that emotion to consume you. Allow yourself one minute to truly feel that emotion. Don't cheat yourself here. Take the entire minute—but only one minute—to do nothing else but feel that emotion.
When the minute is over, ask yourself, “Am I willing to keep holding on to this negative emotion as I go through the rest of the day?” Once you've allowed yourself to be totally immersed in the emotion and really feel it, you will be surprised to find that the emotion clears rather quickly.
If you feel you need to hold on to the emotion for a little longer, that is OK. Allow yourself another minute to feel the emotion. When you feel you've had enough of the emotion, ask yourself if you're willing to carry that negativity with you for the rest of the day. If not, take a deep breath. As you exhale, release all that negativity with your breath.
This exercise seems simple—almost too simple. But, it is very effective. By allowing that negative emotion the space to be truly felt, you are dealing with the emotion rather than stuffing it down and trying not to feel it. You are actually taking away the power of the emotion by giving it the space and attention it needs. When you immerse yourself in the emotion, and realize that it is only emotion, it loses its control. You can clear your head and proceed with your task.
1. What should you do when you are into negativity according to the article?| A．Listen to some music. | B．Ignore it and do something else. |
| C．Just do nothing and truly feel that emotion. | D．Think about it and try to deal with it immediately. |
| A．break down | B．get rid of | C．cut off | D．throw into |
| A．Clear Your Mental Space |
| B．Deep Breath, Trouble Away |
| C．Try to Avoid the Negative Emotion |
| D．Keep Holding on to This Negative Emotion as Long as Possible |
| A．doubtful | B．optimistic | C．frightened | D．confused |
【推荐2】Losing weight is tough. For most people, it requires a change in diet, a change in exercise habits, and a change in attitude.
Set healthy goals.
If you're overweight and want to change that, the first step is deciding what your target weight is.
Start small.
Making major behavior modifications isn't something that happens overnight.
Track your diet and exercise.
Now it's time to start working toward that goal. The best way to stick with your diet and exercise rules is to track it.
Every month you should take a look at your goal and see what type of progress you've made toward accomplishing it. If you're not where you want to be, make minor adjustments. Try doing different exercises or cutting back on certain types of foods that you may be eating too much of.
Losing weight and keeping it off is a highly personal thing. Find what works for you and stick with it.
| A．Evaluate and adjust. |
| B．Here's how you can accomplish all the three. |
| C．You might as well start with your own attitude. |
| D．There are plenty of Apps that allow you to do this. |
| E．What steps are you going to take to achieve your goal? |
| F．So start with 1—2 things per week and work up from there. |
| G．Write down your goal and set a date by which you want to accomplish that goal. |
【推荐3】How to Eat slowly to Avoid Overeating
Eating slowly can help you to better understand your real hunger signals and can help you to recognize reasons for faster eating, such as emotions or simply liking the taste of a food. However, eating slowly is not a decision that you make suddenly.
Adjust you mind. Do not even attempt to acquire the habit of eating slowly before you're mentally ready. Relax and use your imagination to create mental images that your brain will remember. As part of this mental process, imagine yourself lean and fit.
Always relax before you start eating. Take a few deep breaths through the nose and not through the mouth. As you do so, hold your breath briefly and exhale(呼气) slowly by the mouth.
Drink a glass of water or eat a small bowl of soup before your main dish. This will help you sense of fullness. Be aware that not everyone advocates drinking during a meal though ,as some people believe that this can remove the nutrients from your meal.
Spend at least 20 minutes on your meal .
| A．Put the fork down after putting food in your mouth. |
| B．Get rid of the stress before you start eating. |
| C．Rather, it's a habit that you'll need to acquire with practice. |
| D．However, specialists believe water actually aids in digestion. |
| E．Remove as many processed foods from your plate or food storage as possible. |
| F．Have a wall clock in plain view from the table to adjust your eating speed. |
| G．It is wise to speak to your doctor about this, if it's still the case for you. |
